The Spanish-inspired, architecturally designed restaurant brings together timeless elegance and modern warmth, surrounded by vineyards, landscaped gardens and restored wetlands.
As Head Chef Axel Curtet-Latreille explains: “Our cuisine draws inspiration from the seasons, our Estate, Waiheke surroundings, and selected artisanal farmers and small producers from across Aotearoa. The top priorities for me are that produce is organically grown and ethically and sustainably sourced.” Discover a cuisine inspired by French traditions with a distinctly New Zealand twist.
Due to high demand, reservations are essential. If your preferred date is unavailable, it may mean we are fully booked, hosting a private event, or closed. To join our waitlist, email us at info@tantalus.co.nz
Please note our cancellation policy:
Any cancellations made within 24 hours of your booking will incur a cancellation fee.
Tantalus Estate Restaurant is currently CLOSED for our Winter Closure period.
Reopening 2 September 2026.
From 2 September
Open for lunch Wednesday – Sunday | 12pm – 5pm.
A La Carte and Tasting menu dinners are Saturdays | 6:30pm – Late. Bookings are essential.
Our Cellar Door is open daily in Alibi Brewer’s Lounge | 11am – 5pm
Each dish reflects the natural bounty of our Estate, from organic ingredients to ethically sourced specialties from around Aotearoa. Enjoy the flavours of the season, framed by breathtaking views of the vineyard and Onetangi Valley.
Explore an example of our current à la carte menu. Please note, the menu displayed is indicative only and offers a preview of our culinary experience. Prices are subject to seasonal variation and may change at the time of dining.
Five courses with snacks & bread · $185 per person
Optional wine pairing · $110 per person
A five-course expression of the Tantalus kitchen, inspired by the landscape and character of Tantalus Estate. Working closely with local growers, fishermen and producers, each course places the ingredient at the centre while reflecting the season around us.
Seven courses with snacks & bread · $225 per person
Optional wine pairing · $140 per person
Our extended seven-course menu takes the experience further, exploring Waiheke Island, its surrounding waters and the wider New Zealand landscape. A more expansive progression of dishes allows the kitchen to explore the season in greater depth.
